automatic transmission fluid BMW 5 SERIES 2008 E60 Service and warranty information

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The BMW Maintenance Program - 2008 528i, 528xi, 535i, 535xi, 535xi Sports Wagon, 550i .......................................... 1
Coverage ......................................................1
Maintenance Intervals ..............................................1
Exclusions from coverage ...........................................1
Maintenance Upgrade Option .........................................1
Maintenance Program . . ............................................ 2
Condition Based Service (CBS) ....................................... 2
Service Interval Display . . .......................................... 3
Info Display screen contents .........................................3
Control Display screen contents .......................................3
Symbols .......................................................3
Quality Certification I ...............................................5
Special Note ....................................................5
Maintenance summary ............................................. 5
Standard operations ...............................................5
Engine oil ......................................................5
Frontbrake .....................................................5
Rearbrake......................................................5
Vehicle Check ...................................................6
Brake fluid ......................................................6
Spark plugs .....................................................6
Automatic Transmission ............................................6
Evidence of maintenance work ....................................... 7
Emission Control Maintenance Schedule . .............................. 15
BatteryCare .................................................... 15
Corrosion Protection ............................................. 15
Restoring corrosion protection .......................................15
Underbody maintenance ...........................................16
Body Inspection ................................................. 17
Customer Assistance Information .................................... 23
Customer Assistance - Notification ................................... 23
BBB Auto Line .................................................. 24
California Residents ..............................................24
Special Programs ................................................ 26
BMW Import Processing Centers ..................................... 26
BMW Roadside Assistance ......................................... 26
Owners Eligibility ................................................27
Getting Started .................................................27
Calling For Assistance .............................................27

Vehicle Check
Maintenance work
•Check operation of horn, headlight flasher and
hazard warning flashers.
• Check instrument and control lighting and
heater/air-conditioning blower.
• Check lighting system: turn signals, back-up,
license plate, interior (incl. map, reading
lights), glovebox, flashlight, luggage area
lights.
• Safety belts: check condition and function.
• Check windshield wiper and washer jet
positions.
• Body: check for corrosion (except cavities).
• Tires: check tread depth, wear pattern, outer
condition, inflation pressure (also spare tire). If
necessary, correct pressure (also spare).
• Battery: check state of charge (magic eye) and
charge if required.
• Power steering reservoir: Check fluid level.
• Visually inspect all SRS airbag units for torn
covers, obvious damage or attachment of
stickers.
• Rear-view mirrors
• Coolant: check fluid level and concentration.
• Windshield washer and intensive cleaning sys-
tem: check protection level, fluid level, top if
necessary.
• Brake system connections and lines: check for
leaks, damage and correct positioning
• Underbody, incl. all visible parts (i.e. transmis-
sion, rear axle, fuel lines, exhaust system),
check for damage, leaks and corrosion
• Steering components: check for clearance,
leaks, damage and wear
• Final Inspection: Road test with check of
• Brakes
• Steering
• Shock absorbers (visual)
• Transmission
Brake fluid
Maintenance work
•Replace brake fluid
Spark plugs
Maintenance work
•Replace spark plugs at the following intervals:
528i, 528xi, 550i: 100,000 miles
535i, 535xi, 535xi Sports Wagon: 45,000 miles
Automatic Transmission
Maintenance work
• Replace ATF at intervals of 100,000 miles
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